Wednesday, 1 August 2012

Archives - It's not just about the paperwork

The local Record Office isn't the first place that comes to mind when looking for entertainment in a wet and windy summer. If the Glamorgan Archive is anything to go by, you might be surprised. Apart from the obvious - the opportunity to look at local records, trace your family tree, check up on the history of your house, the Glamorgan Office runs regular programmes of talks and events, open to all, usually free, sometimes with refreshments. All they ask is that you let them know you're coming.

This summer, during August, the Glamorgan Archive is running a series of Friday afternoon film shows for both children and adults.The children's cartoon shows are through the medium of Welsh, suitable for learners. The adult shows feature archive footage of Cardiff, from the National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales, and include a glimpse of Billy the Seal who lived for many years in a pool in Victoria Park. There is even a promise of popcorn!

More information from www.Glamarchives.gov.uk


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  1. Chris Stovell1 August 2012 at 11:18

    Are you a Welsh speaker, Evonne? I think I get the prize for one of the slowest learners ever, but maybe one or two of those children's cartoons might be on my level!

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  2. Evonne Wareham1 August 2012 at 12:03

    No Chris - I don't speak the language of heaven. Despite many years spent in school, trying to teach me. The cartoons sound fun, but I'll be there for the historical stuff about Cardiff.

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